Shardanand tiwari

Junior World Cup Tamil Nadu: The Indian junior men’s hockey team concluded 2025 on a high note, earning two major international medals and preparing extensively for the FIH Hockey Men’s Junior World Cup Tamil Nadu 2025 in December.

The foundation for the campaign was laid through a series of intensive national training camps conducted throughout the year under the guidance of PR Sreejesh. Through these camps, the coach built a squad and prepared the players to be at their best as the season progressed towards the Junior World Cup in December.

India’s competitive build-up began with the Four Nations Tournament in June, which served as an essential preparatory assignment against quality European opposition. Facing hosts Germany, Spain, and Australia, the Indian junior side tested their systems against heavyweights and finished the tournament in third place, registering a key 2-1 victory over Australia in the 3rd/4th place match. The tournament provided valuable match exposure and clarity on combinations as the team continued its World Cup preparations.